Emma Navarro is set to make history at Wimbledon 2025 as she faces two-time major singles champion Barbora Krejčíková in the third round. This marks their first-ever meeting on the WTA Tour, with both players eager to advance and prove their form on grass.
Navarro, currently ranked No. 10, is enjoying a breakthrough season, while Krejčíková, ranked 16, aims to recapture her best form after a challenging year marked by injuries. Their clash promises to be a highlight of the tournament’s first week.
Emma Navarro vs Barbora Krejčíková: Wimbledon 2025 Third-Round Preview
- Fixture: Emma Navarro vs Barbora Krejčíková
- Date: July 5, 2025
- Tournament: Wimbledon 2025
- Round: Third round (Round of 32)
- Venue: London, Great Britain
- Category: Grand Slam
- Surface: Outdoor grass
- Live telecast: Tennis Channel and ESPN (USA), BBC, TNT Sports, Discovery+ (UK), TSN, and RDS (Canada)
Navarro has been in commanding form since her return to grass this season. The American dropped only seven games in her first two matches at Wimbledon, posting a dominant 6–1, 6–2 win over Veronika Kudermetova, followed by a victory over two-time champion Petra Kvitová. Her grass court season has also featured a strong run to the quarterfinals at Bad Homburg, where she lost to Jessica Pegula, as well as second-round appearances in Berlin and Queen’s.
Navarro’s rise has been further highlighted by her title win at the Mérida Open, where she delivered a remarkable 6–0, 6–0 final performance. She currently holds a strong overall win rate in 2025 and is ranked No. 10 on the WTA Tour. Known for her aggressive, flat groundstrokes and impressive movement, Navarro has quickly established herself as a threat on grass.
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Emma Navarro, currently seeded 10th in the women’s singles rankings, has advanced to the third round of Wimbledon 2025.
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Krejčíková, meanwhile, is looking to regain her footing after a season disrupted by injury. The reigning champion has battled through two tough three-setters at Wimbledon, defeating Alexandra Eala (3–6, 6–2, 6–1) and Caroline Dolehide (6–4, 3–6, 6–2).
While these matches have raised questions about her fitness, they have also showcased her resilience and competitive spirit. Krejčíková missed the start of the season due to a back injury, withdrew from Eastbourne, and had mixed results at the French Open and Queen’s before arriving at Wimbledon.
Head-to-Head and Match Analysis
Navarro and Krejčíková have never faced each other on the WTA Tour before. Their upcoming showdown at Wimbledon will be their first professional meeting.
Navarro arrives with strong momentum, impressed by her aggressive play and consistency on the grass. Her ability to dictate rallies and keep errors low has made her a formidable opponent this season. While specific grass-only win-loss records are not officially tracked, her overall performance and ranking reflect her current form.
Krejčíková, on the other hand, is working through a challenging season. Though she leads the WTA’s Grass Index due to her 2024 Wimbledon campaign (29–16 overall), her current season shows only a 3–4 win-loss record, primarily due to injuries and inconsistent play.
Her serve remains steady, but ragged movement and unforced errors in her recent matches suggest she is still searching for her best level.
Despite these challenges, Krejčíková’s experience and past success on grass make her a dangerous opponent. However, Navarro’s recent form and confidence give her a slight edge heading into this exciting third-round clash.
